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We are the Alton Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our quarterly Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

10 mile circular route.  Start at The Trooper Inn, along quiet country roads, woodland and open farmland walking at times on Hangers Way and The Shipwright Way.   Finishing back at The Trooper Inn with an option of staying for a late lunch (food served until 1500 hours).   Short stop for light refreshment at about one hour into the walk.   20 minute stop for lunch at about the half way point and a short refreshment break in the afternoon.  Please bring water and the snacks and hot drinks you require.   A very undulating course with views across the countryside.

Start at The Trooper Inn, Petersfield Road, Froxfield, GU32 1BD.   Heading E. downhill through Oakshott Hanger.   S. onto Down Hanger the E. down Old Litten Lane to Wheatham Hill.   SW. to East side of the Shoulder of Mutton Hill.   S. on Hangers Way, accross the A3 on to The Shipwrights Way. NW. to Bell Hill then cross the A3 again and head NW to Ridge Farm.  Head NE back to the start.

 

 

Saturday, 20 April 2024
Meeting time:
8:45 am
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

This route is suitable for experienced middle distance walkers who like the challenge of a hilly walk.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SU 72534 40401
Nearest postcode:
GU34 2NB
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Meeting time:
8:45 am

Anstey Park, Alton, Hampshire. Free unrestricted parking at weekends. Use car park in front of the football stadium entrance.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SU 72730 27241
Nearest postcode:
GU32 1BD
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Start time:
9:30 am

The Trooper Inn, Froxfield, Hampshire. North of Petersfield.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our quarterly Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking